Bangkok Markets Reopen as Shoppers Navigate Floodwaters in Kayaks

Shoppers in Bangkok return to flooded markets, using kayaks and boats to navigate waist-deep water as vendors resume operations.

Editorial Desk

September 29, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Bangkok, Thailand — Despite ongoing flooding in parts of the Thai capital, markets in Bangkok’s Bang Kapi district have begun to reopen, with vendors and shoppers adapting to the challenging conditions.

Vendors waded through floodwaters, offering a range of goods from meat and fish to fruits and vegetables, while customers traveled by kayak, canoe, and even wheelbarrow to continue their shopping.

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The city declared a flood disaster following heavy rains, but life is gradually resuming. Some indoor markets also reopened, with locals browsing produce despite standing water around their feet. No fatalities have been reported, though damage to homes and businesses is expected to be significant.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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